How to Make Japanese Cabbage Sesame Salad (Goma-aé) | Easy 4-Ingredient Side Dish

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while maintaining flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey offers a natural sweetener alternative.

cabbage

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: lettuce

Kale adds nutrients while lettuce is more affordable.

Cut the cabbage into bite-sized pieces and remove the core.

Prepare boiling water to blanch the cabbage.

Blanch the cabbage in boiling water for 1-2 minutes until wilted.

Transfer the cabbage to ice water to stop the cooking process.

Once chilled, drain the cabbage and squeeze it well using your hands.

In a bowl, mix ground sesame, sugar, and soy sauce to make the dressing.

Combine the cabbage with the dressing and toss well.

Cooking Techniques

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